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How to Stay Calm on the Ball in Soccer: Tips and Techniques for Improved Performance

Staying calm on the ball is an essential skill every soccer player should possess. It is a skill that separates an average player from an exceptional player. When a player…

The Importance of Diet in the Life of a Pro Soccer Player

I remember when I was 19 years old we had an evening training session and when I stepped in the locker room the board was filled with writings of a…

Soccer Player Salaries – Highest-Paid Soccer Player – How Much do Soccer Players Make?

Want to know the average professional soccer player salary? Make sure you get the best contract with a decent annual salary. You'd be surprised at how low the average base…

Positional Play In Soccer – The Coach Guide to Juego de Posición

How to use positional play as a coach. From Pep Guardiola, Manchester City, and Johan Cruyff

Simple Soccer Passing Drill (2 Lines)

One of the simplest soccer passing drills out there is the two-line drill. It’s perfect for younger players looking to work on basics. However, I’ve also used it in the…

Soccer Long Passing Drill – Soccer Coach Theory

I love a good simple passing drill. This long passing drill is perfect for younger players. However, I’ve also used this as a part of a warm-up for semi-pro sides…

Soccer Short Passing Drill: The Square – Soccer Coach Theory

  Equipment needed: 1 soccer ball 4 cones The short passing drill set-up: Mark out a square approximately 12 by 12 yards 4 players participate, each stands in a corner…

Soccer Passing and Receiving Drill

It’s often the most simple drills that are the best. This simple passing and receiving square is perfect for juniors when they’re working on skills, and it’s also a great…

39 Soccer Practice Tips for Soccer Coaches [WITH CHECKLIST]

The mainstay of the soccer coach is soccer practice. Most coaches spend hours each week coaching players during practice. The uninformed, lazy coach just rolls up to practice without thinking…